1972 Mercury Cougar Cougar XR-7

What we have here is more than just a car, it is a testament to an era of American ingenuity—a 1972 Mercury Cougar XR-7 that captures a very specific, very powerful moment in our automotive history. This isn't just any Cougar. Out of all the models that rolled off the line in Dearborn, Michigan, back in 1972, only 877 were optioned with the Cobra Jet Performance Group. This is one of those few. It represents a standard of excellence and a rarity that speaks for itself. A Legacy Refined The story of this vehicle began in December of 1971. It was delivered new to Bill Haden Lincoln-Mercury in Las Vegas, originally finished in Light Pewter Metallic. But as w.